VIDEO: Hwy 401 still closed after bus fire

Bus fire closes Hwy 401 eastbound lanes

The eastbound Hwy 401 has been closed at Newtonville Road due to a burning bus. Clarington fire crews report that a grass fire has subsequently started as a result of the original blaze. Stay with www.durhamregion.com for updates.

PORT HOPE -- A coach bus fire briefly closed Hwy. 401 eastbound lanes near Wesleyville Monday.
The bus was engulfed by flames when Port Hope fire crews and police arrived just before noon on June 2 near the Onroute Service Centre, Northumberland OPP said.
Twenty-five passengers aboard the bus safely got off and no injuries were reported, police said.
Motorists were detoured at Newtonville Road for a short period of time.
The investigation is continuing.